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dehydration

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Noun — The process of removing water from something, such as food.

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signs of dehydration severe dehydration

Etymology

From de- + hydration.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “dehydration” mean?

The word “dehydration” means the process of removing water from something, such as food. In plain terms, loss of water — from food during preservation, or from the body when someone doesn't drink enough.

How do you pronounce “dehydration”?

“Dehydration” is pronounced dee-heye-DRAY-shuhn (/dihaɪˈdɹeɪʃən/ in IPA).

How do you use “dehydration” in a sentence?

Here is “dehydration” used in a sentence: “Dehydration is a common way to preserve fruit.”

What is another word for “dehydration”?

Words with a similar meaning to “dehydration” include hypohydration.

What part of speech is “dehydration”?

“Dehydration” is a noun.

Is “dehydration” a common word?

“Dehydration” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “dehydration” have?

“Dehydration” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the process of removing water from something, such as food.

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